Las Vegas' only artist museum celebrates artist's life and legacy

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) – In honor of National Galleries and Museum Month, Channel 13 is highlighting the only single-artist museum in Southern Nevada, right here in Las Vegas.

More than 250 pieces are currently on display at the Rita Deanin Abbey Museum.

‘You’ll Be Inspired’: Las Vegas’ Only Single-Artist Museum Celebrates the Late Artist’s Life and Legacy

In addition to being an artist, Rita Deanin Abbey also taught at UNLV for decades. This year, she was inducted into the UNLV College of Fine Arts Hall of Fame.

“She was driven, she was fierce.”

Laura Sanders, Executive Director of the Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum

Deanin Abbey has spent decades creating pieces inspired by nature.

“Even his bronze pieces, you think they’re from anatomy, but if you really look, they’re alluvial fans from the mountains or arroyos from the desert washes,” said Laura Sanders, executive director and longtime friend of Deanin Abbey.

Locals can get $5 off when visiting the Rita Deanin Abbey Museum. In the coming weeks, the museum will also hold several events. You can find more information about these events and how to visit the museum here.